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Joseph Esser
Joseph Esser
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1 year in business

We speak English

1 team member

Fine Art Wedding Photography – My Vision:

My vision is to create images that capture the essence of my couple: their love, laughter, joy, and style. My desire is to produce authentic, emotive imagery that encapsulate those relationships between the couple and their loved ones. My photography is inspired by natural and timeless imagery that reflect the true personalities and experiences of each couple’s wedding that can be enjoyed for years to come. As such, we specialize in natural light photography. I view my photography as a celebration of life. I strive to shoot the feeling of each particular wedding day so that my photographs will still hold their power decades later. In the end, I imagine that moment in the distant future when my clients are paging through their wedding album with their grandchildren and reliving that same love, laughter, and joy with them.

I prefer to photograph from inside the wedding, rather than as a detached observer. I am discreet and hidden when I need to be yet am directive when necessary, like when I'm gathering family members for a group shot. I like to think that my experience and personality adds a level of calm to the wedding day. My calm, fun, and easygoing demeanor sets me apart from other photographers. I believe my ability to genuinely connect and to get couples to relax in front of the camera allows me to capture real moments and candid images.

Cinematic Storytelling:

Storytelling is extremely important to me, and I film and edit each wedding to reflect our couple’s big day and their unique personalities. I am experienced in capturing sound, motion, and most importantly emotion. I tell each wedding story using the most advanced cameras and aerial equipment. I also use telephoto lenses to capture the ceremony and reception as unobtrusively and discretely as possible.

My Photo Booth:

My photo booth is an open-air style. We can easily fit a group of friends or family into an image without being confined to a small space. My photo booth uses high quality cameras, professional lighting, and an elegant range of backdrops to provide high quality 4x6 prints in a range of customized designs.

About Me:

When I don't have a camera in my hand, you will probably find me at the beach, hiking the mountains, or at home with my fam. I'm married to my amazing wife Jacquie and father to my incredibly talented 6-year-old daughter Valentina. I also have a lazy bones dog named Thunder, the English Mastiff, who prefers to sleep all day and our two Great Danes pups, Hoku and Beau, who keep each other well entertained. Yes, slightly obsessed with big dogs.

Pricing

$3,000 starting price
$3,550
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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
One Event / Day

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date

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Reviews of Joseph Esser Photo and Video

Christine
Christine Sent on 05/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best. Vendor. Choice. Ever.

Choosing Joseph Esser to be our wedding photographer was definitely one of the best planning decisions we made! From the day we first contacted him to the day of our wedding, he was always so patient and kind to us. He responded to all of our questions promptly and never made us feel like we were asking stupid questions (even though we probably were, ha).

On the day of our wedding, he showed up on time and was so nice to all of our family, friends, and other vendors. Even though I was running 30-45 minutes behind schedule (my florist completely messed up my bouquet and my mom literally had to make me a new bouquet), Joseph was super understanding and kept reassuring me not to worry. Despite the delay, he made sure to get all the photos that I had on my shot list without making us feel rushed. It was also a hot day and he made every effort to keep us in the shade for the photos so we wouldn't be squinting or sweating. Everyone in our wedding party told us that our photographer was awesome and made them feel comfortable, even those who tend to be camera-shy.

Less than a month after our wedding, Joseph emailed us to say that our photos were ready! I had heard from other married friends that their photographers took 2-3 months, so this quick turnaround was such a pleasant surprise! Our photos are all SO beautiful. We did not have a fancy wedding, but Joseph made our wedding look like it belonged in a magazine. I am tremendously grateful to have beautiful photos to keep for the rest of our lives. Joseph is just a super talented, genuinely nice guy who wants to make sure your day is stress-free and that you have gorgeous photos to remember it. Hire him for your wedding - you won't regret it. Thank you so much for everything, Joseph!!!
Erika
Erika Sent on 11/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Joseph and his team captured in a spectacular video our vow renewal ceremony. My husband and I are sooo happy and grateful that we hired Joseph to film our special day. They were very professional, they kindly guided us to record the most beautiful footage. Thank you for the most magical video!!! :)
Robyn
Robyn Sent on 08/12/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Joseph's work speaks for itself. He is truly a talented artist, with an eye for beauty, and attention to detail. Joseph was a delight to have as a wedding photographer. From the prearrangements, to the actual wedding, he was professional, accommodating, positive, and friendly. He was quick to respond to emails and phone calls. Before the wedding he sent us a wedding timeline to give us an idea of how much time we would like to book him. On the day of the wedding, when he came to take some pre-wedding pictures of the ladies, he took the time to make everything (dresses, rings, accessories, etc.) look perfect-- I really appreciated his attention to detail. I also appreciated his direction. He gave us direction on where to stand, where to look, and what to do to make us look the best we could. Not only did my husband and I really enjoy him, all of our guests couldn't stop talking about what a fun photographer he was. He made our wedding day a smooth and enjoyable experience for us.
The pictures took about 5 weeks to get. Joseph put them up on Pictage first, and a few days later we received the discs with our images in the mail. We were SO happy with the way our pictures turned out. He has a true gift of capturing moments, and I am so lucky to have had him as our photographer on such a meaningful day for us. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

Aloha Bridal Connections Aloha Bridal Connections Wedding Planners

Joseph Esser is terrific at what he does! He makes you feel comfortable around the camera and captures the natural chemistry between each couple. He is very responsive in emails and always professional! We love working with him!!

Savvy Weddings Savvy Weddings Wedding Planners

Brides and planners love Joseph. He is easy to work with, efficient with his time and his photography is amazing!

Blush Makeup & Hair Blush Makeup & Hair Wedding Hair & Makeup

Beautiful photography, very friendly and easy to work with.

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